In a statement issued on Tuesday, 29 October 2024, the Commission conveyed its condolences and informed the GFP to prepare for the nomination of a new candidate.
This directive aligns with Article 50 (4) of the 1992 Ghanaian Constitution, which prescribes a course of action in cases where a candidate passes away between the close of nominations and election day. "The Electoral Commission has today received information on the unfortunate passing of the Presidential Candidate of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), Madam Akua Donkor.
May she rest in peace," the statement read.
The Commission acknowledged some ambiguities in the constitutional and electoral regulations regarding procedures in such a scenario.